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KOSPI Index Falls 30% From Recent Record High

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Nidhi Kolhapur

South Korea’s KOSPI index dropped another 4%, bringing its decline to 30% from the record high reached last month. The fall follows a strong rally and has been amplified by the index’s heavy weighting in Samsung and SK Hynix. The sharp decline highlights increased pressure on South Korean equities and the influence of large technology stocks on the broader market. Investors will watch upcoming trading sessions to see whether losses continue or market conditions stabilize.

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Nidhi Kolhapur

Nidhi is a Certified Digital Marketing Executive and Passionate crypto Journalist covering the world of alternative currencies. She shares the latest and trending news on Cryptocurrency and Blockchain.

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